Camilla's Story – 14 Years of Living Independently With Live-in Care
Living Independently With Live-in Care: Camilla's Story
When Camilla's previous live-in care provider unexpectedly ended her care package in 2012, she needed a new provider quickly. Bluebird Care stepped in immediately to arrange emergency live-in support and prevent disruption to her care. Fourteen years later, Camilla is still choosing Bluebird Care.
Bluebird Care has given me the confidence to live life my way.
Living life on her own terms
Camilla lives with Cerebral Palsy and needs support with personal care and everyday tasks, but maintaining her independence has always been important to her.
She completed a university degree and moved into her own home more than 25 years ago, determined to live life on her own terms.
Having the right care in place means Camilla can continue doing exactly that.
Her Care Experts support her with personal care, preparing meals, shopping, managing appointments and keeping her home running smoothly — but Camilla remains at the centre of every decision about her life and care.
As Camilla explains:
I'm always encouraged to maintain my independence and live my life exactly as I choose, with the right support behind me.
Consistency built over many years
An important part of Camilla's experience has been having people around her who know and understand her.
Since 2017, Sabrina has been Camilla's regular live-in Care Expert. Over the years, they have developed a relationship built around trust and understanding.
Live-in Care Manager Liz has also supported Camilla since the beginning of her journey with Bluebird Care.
For Camilla, that continuity means she knows who to speak to whenever something needs to change:
If I ever need something changed or updated, I simply let Liz know, and she makes it happen.
Having the confidence to enjoy everyday life
Live-in care isn't only about receiving help with practical tasks.
For Camilla, having consistent support has given her the confidence to continue enjoying the things that matter to her.
Whether that's shopping at Hempstead Valley, going to the pub, keeping on top of appointments or simply enjoying life independently in the home she loves, her care is there to support the life she chooses to lead.
Choosing the care that's right for her
Over the years, Social Services have suggested on three separate occasions that Camilla move to a different care provider.
Each time, she has chosen to remain with Bluebird Care.
For Camilla, good care is about much more than receiving practical support. It's about having people around her who know her, understand what's important to her and enable her to live life the way she wants.
Fourteen years of live-in care and independence
Looking back on her experience, Camilla describes the difference that having consistent support has made:
Having Liz and Sabrina supporting me over the years has given me the confidence to do the things I want to do and live life as fully as I can. Their consistency, understanding and dedication have given me real peace of mind.
And after 14 years, Camilla's recommendation remains clear:
I recommend Bluebird Care wherever I go. They've given me not only outstanding care, but also the confidence and support to live life on my own terms.
Could live-in care help you live life your way?
If you or someone you love needs ongoing support but wants to remain independent at home, our Maidstone team is here to help.
We'll take the time to understand your routines, preferences and what's important to you, and explore personalised live-in care built around the way you want to live.